What examinations and materials should be prepared for IVF obstetrics?

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Obstetrical examination of test tube babies

IVF obstetrics is a kind of assisted reproductive technology, which is used to help couples who cannot conceive naturally realize their reproductive dreams. Before IVF, much attention has been paid to obstetric examination and data preparation. The following will be elaborated from four aspects:

1. Inspection of genetic condition of infants

In IVF obstetrics, it is very important to understand the genetic status of embryos. Couples need genetic testing to determine the risk of carrying harmful genetic variations. These gene variations may lead to chromosomal abnormalities or genetic diseases. Through genetic counseling and genetic examination, it is possible to assess the possibility of a couple suffering from a genetic disease and to select the best IVF technology.

In addition, for some known genetic diseases, such as thalassemia, embryos can also be screened through pre implantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) to select healthy embryos for implantation.

2. Inspection of women's reproductive system

In IVF obstetrics, women's reproductive system needs to be comprehensively examined to ensure that women's uterus and ovary function normally. This includes the following checks:

-Endometrial thickness inspection: the thickness of endometrium is checked by ultrasound or hysteroscopy to determine whether it is suitable for embryo implantation.

-Ovarian function examination: including blood hormone level examination and early follicular development monitoring to assess ovarian function and ovarian reserve.

-Inspection of oviduct patency: check whether the oviduct is unobstructed through oviduct patency or contrast-enhanced ultrasound to ensure the normal delivery of fertilized eggs.

3. Male semen examination

The quality of male semen has an important impact on the success rate of IVF. Therefore, men need to conduct semen examination to assess the number, vitality, morphology and other factors of sperm. Routine semen analysis includes sperm density, sperm motility, sperm morphology and other indicators.

In some special cases, more in-depth semen examination may be required, such as using a sperm motility tester to assess sperm motility.

4. Mental health assessment

IVF treatment may bring psychological pressure and anxiety to couples. Therefore, before IVF, doctors usually conduct mental health assessment to ensure that couples can withstand IVF treatment physically and psychologically. This will help to discover potential psychological obstacles in advance and provide psychological support and intervention.

In conclusion, IVF obstetrics involves many aspects of inspection and preparation, including the genetic status of infants, women's reproductive system, male semen and mental health assessment. These examinations and preparations can ensure the success rate of IVF and the healthy development of babies, and provide an important guarantee for couples to realize their reproductive dreams.